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Rusty

  • Young
  • Male
  • Small

About Rusty

Alma, MI

Breed

Chihuahua

Physical Traits

Young
(1-3 years)
Male
Small
(0-25 lbs)
Coat: Short
Brown / Chocolate

Behavior

Personality
Smart, Curious, Funny
House-trained: No

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes
Special Needs:
No

Rusty’s Compatibility

    This pet has unknown compatibility with kids.

    This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has good compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

Adoption Fee

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Rusty's Story

Little Rusty was dumped with a couple other dogs in a rural area and some kind people have been trying to catch them. They set a live trap out and caught Rusty. He’s still a little “feral” because that’s what happens when dogs are in the wild for more than a day or two, they turn feral. He has been sleeping a lot since he got here. He will need lots of decompression and my staff knows to not mess with him during this time. It’s about decompressing to get him through this, not loving and cuddling….yet!<br/><br/>I love watching the transformation of a dog. Going from feral or petrified to happy and outgoing. Time is the best medicine ❤️<br/><br/><br/>If interested in adopting, please go to dalistotherescue.com/adopt and fill out a pre-adoption application.<br/><br/>For any questions, CALL (989) 463 9797.

Little Rusty was dumped with a couple other dogs in a rural area and some kind people have been trying to catch them. They set a live trap out and caught Rusty. He’s still a little “feral” because that’s what happens when dogs are in the wild for more than a day or two, they turn feral. He has been sleeping a lot since he got here. He will need lots of decompression and my staff knows to not mess with him during this time. It’s about decompressing to get him through this, not loving and cuddling….yet!

I love watching the transformation of a dog. Going from feral or petrified to happy and outgoing. Time is the best medicine ❤️


If interested in adopting, please go to dalistotherescue.com/adopt and fill out a pre-adoption application.

For any questions, CALL (989) 463 9797.

Little Rusty was dumped with a couple other dogs in a rural area and some kind people have been trying to catch them. They set a live trap out and caught Rusty. He’s still a little “feral” because that’s what happens when dogs are in the wild for more than a day or two, they turn feral. He has been sleeping a lot since he got here. He will need lots of decompression and my staff knows to not mess with him during this time. It’s about decompressing to get him through this, not loving and cuddling….yet!

I love watching the transformation of a dog. Going from feral or petrified to happy and outgoing. Time is the best medicine ❤️


If interested in adopting, please go to dalistotherescue.com/adopt and fill out a pre-adoption application.

For any questions, CALL (989) 463 9797.

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How To Adopt

Rusty was listed as ADOPTABLE by Dalis to the Rescue
How can I adopt Rusty?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Dalis to the Rescue. They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.
How can I find out if Rusty is a good fit for me?
Click the "See How You Match" button, answer a few simple questions, and see how you match up! It takes less than a minute to complete. You can also reach out directly to Dalis to the Rescue for details on the pet.
When can I meet Rusty?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Dalis to the Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Rusty, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Dalis to the Rescue, and they'll be happy to help!
Dalis to the Rescue's Adoption Policy
Before anyone can come in and adopt, we ask for you to visit our website to fill out a pre-adoption application. It will take about a week or two to process your application. Your application is good for 30 days, in which you may come, look and decide whether they want to adopt that day, or come back before the 30 days are up.

Rusty is from Dalis to the Rescue

[Alma, MI]

Our Mission
The mission is to reduce the amount of strays/unwanted animals by spaying/neutering and educating everyone about the benefits of spaying/neutering their animal. Dalis to the Rescue also advocates for educating ourselves BEFORE adopting the animal to help prevent misunderstood animals that usually end up in a surrender or an...
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Adoption Policy
dalis2therescue@gmail.com
(989) 463-9797
Visits by appointment only
Location
303 Valley Ave. Alma, MI, 48801
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